The Buccaneers rallied to take the match lead, 4-3, before Singleton fought off Krohnen in straight-sets, 6-4, 7-6. Unfortunately, a three-set win by Julie Stas over freshman Marie Benkirane, 5-7, 6-0, 6-3, saw Barry solidify the win. Kemkes, however, finished the match on a high note as she upset No.21-ranked Cristina Valladares in three sets, 6-7 (7-5), 7-5, 10-3.

Head Coach James Bryce was still excited depsite the narrow loss, "I am really happy with the way we played today. We had great energy and belief. Unfortunately, we came up just a bit short, but overall we need to use this as momentum for next week."

The Lions will return to action on Tuesday, February 14, when they host the Eckerd Tritons in a non-conference showdown. First serve is set for 3 p.m. from the Saint Leo Tennis Center.

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